Laying the Foundation for a Dutch Global Centre in India
Fodulac will organize different courses and activities which will be an addition to what is offered elsewhere in India like ‘train the trainer’ workshops and networking events. Also we aim to start a faculty Neerlandistiek at one of the Indian universities and create one central place for Dutch in India, in the long term also a ‘physical one’ in a metropole like Bangalore or in Kochi or any other place with a long and interesting Dutch heritage.
🧑🏫 Learn Dutch with FODULAC
FODULAC offers Dutch language courses designed to make the language accessible to diverse learners across India and beyond. Whether you’re preparing for the CNAVT exam, planning to work in the Netherlands, or simply passionate about languages — our courses are built to support your journey.
📚 What We Offer
🇳🇱 Dutch Language Courses (All Levels)
Focused on practical communication, grammar, and cultural fluency
Suitable for beginners, professionals, and migrants
Taught online and offline by qualified trainers
🎓 CNAVT Exam Preparation
Targeted coaching for success in the Certificaat Nederlands als Vreemde Taal
Used by universities and governments for certification
Ideal for healthcare workers, students, and job seekers
🧑🏫 Train-the-Trainer Program
Designed for educators who want to teach Dutch
Intensive workshops on methodology, classroom delivery, and CEFR alignment
Includes certification and academic support from our advisors
🌍 Who Can Join?
Anyone aged 16+
No prior Dutch knowledge required
Open to Indian learners and global Dutch heritage communities
✉️ Interested in Enrolling?
Reach out to us via the Contact Page or email us directly at info@fodulac.org
📅 Events at FODULAC
FODULAC organizes a variety of Dutch language and cultural events throughout the year — both online and in-person. These events are designed to promote real-world application of language, celebrate culture, and build Indo-Dutch community connections
🔥Upcoming Events – 2025 Highlights
📍 April–May 2025
CNAVT Preparation Workshops
Supporting Tibetan nurses and other learners in preparing for the Certificaat Nederlands als Vreemde Taal (CNAVT) exam.
Location: Dharamsala & Online
📍 May 14–15, 2025
Train-the-Trainer Webinar Series
A ‘one hour introduction’ webinar as introduction to a Train the Trainer program intended to start from early October 2025 for (aspiring) Dutch Language educators across India. On 14 May the program will be in English and on 15th May in Dutch. The webinars will be organized by FODULAC in cooperation with Liesbeth De Paepe from nextop.be.
Time: 13:30–14:30 IST
Location: Online
Dr. Liesbeth De Paepe is passionate about online and flexible learning solutions for Dutch as a Second Language. Making non-native speakers self-reliant in a Dutch-speaking context is her mission! She founded neXtop, a 100% online learning program for Dutch. Her PhD research and many years of practical experience as a teacher in adult education taught her what really works.
She is affiliated with the train-the-trainer program of the Catholic University of Leuven (KU Leuven). She lectures ‘Didactics of Dutch as a non-native language’ and provides traineeship guidance. She thus prepares pre-service teachers of Dutch for the job.
As a researcher, she coordinated numerous projects related to (online) learning of Dutch for various target groups, from low-literates to highly educated learners.
Here you can register; Event Registration - Google Forms📍 June 2025
Taalcafé Meet-Up – Bangalore
A casual in-person gathering for Dutch learners to practice speaking and connect with the community.
Location: Bangalore
📍 August 2025
Dutch-Indian History Presentation – Cochin
Exploring shared archives, language influences, and Indo-Dutch cultural ties through storytelling and presentations.
Location: Summer School, Cochin
📍 October 4–12, 2025
Week van het Nederlands
A full week of Dutch-focused activities, language contests, and cultural celebrations in India and online.
Location: Multi-city + Online
🧠 Why Attend?
Practice Dutch in real-world contexts
Meet like-minded learners and experts
Learn from trainers, researchers, and Dutch Studies professionals
Celebrate Dutch-Indian cultural heritage
📥 Want to Join an Event?
Follow us on our website and social media for registration updates and schedules.
For inquiries or collaborations, email info@fodulac.org
📖 Neerlandistiek at FODULAC
Neerlandistiek refers to the academic study of the Dutch language, literature, and culture. At FODULAC, we see this not just as a subject of study — but as a powerful tool for building cross-cultural understanding, promoting multilingualism, and preserving historical ties between India and the Dutch-speaking world.
🎓 What We Do
- Organize talks, webinars, and academic exchanges
- Collaborate with universities and experts from the Netherlands, Belgium, and India
- Promote the study of Dutch in Indian academia
- Host cultural archives, book clubs, and reading groups
🧑🔬 Academic Partnerships
Our advisory board includes renowned scholars in linguistics, history, and intercultural education. Through these connections, we aim to:
Facilitate Indo-Dutch research collaborations
Offer guest lectures and mentoring opportunities
Publish academic content in Dutch and English
Build networks between Dutch Studies departments worldwide
📚 Who Is This For?
This space is ideal for:
Researchers in linguistics, literature, or postcolonial studies
Dutch Studies scholars across South Asia
Educators interested in curriculum development
Students seeking deeper engagement beyond the language classroom
🤝 Get Involved
If you're a researcher, professor, or student of Neerlandistiek, we'd love to hear from you.
Let’s build meaningful, long-term Indo-Dutch academic connections.
📩 Contact us via the Contact Page or email: info@fodulac.org